Posted Thu, 03/11/2010 - 6:42pm by Bucking Doe
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no distinguishing marks or signature
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Client purchased it at an antique store in Port Townsend, Washington
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What I think is a rare antique chinese hardwood pillow in excellent shape. Beautifully hand carved from a block of hardwood.
Possibly used as a head rest supporting back of neck so special hair style would remain intact.
Client said he was told it was brought to states in either the 20's or th30's note small hole in the end, was made when it went through customs
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Posted Mon, 03/08/2010 - 10:33am by Ridgeway
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drawings and stories in gold on intricate wood carving
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gift from a friend, used to be in a set of 2
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This is a very unique Chinese candle holder. It is approximately 6 feet tall and almost 15 inches in diameter. The candle holder appears to be an intricate wooden carving with gold leafing, and tells a tale or story of sorts as you transcend upwards to the top of the figure.
I was told that it used to be one in a pair of candle holders, but I only have this one. It was a gift from a friend.
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Posted Sun, 02/28/2010 - 10:40pm by mr81
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Stamped Edward I Farmer on bottoms
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I have these over 30 years. I received them from a close friend.
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These two hand carved jade figurines are 15.5" tall. Edward I Farmer, NYC is stamped on the bottom. The accents are brass.
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Posted Sat, 02/27/2010 - 10:45pm by orchestral
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the piece is signed, but it's impossible to take a picture of it. i've copied the signature on paper (pictured below)
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about the height of a bottle of wine
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i inherited this item from my grandparent's estate. my grandfather was in WWII, stationed in southeast asia. both my grandparents travelled extensively ALL around the world, i have no idea if they actually picked this up in japan or china or if it's just something from chinatown here in san francisco.
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this is an ivory carving of what appears (to me) to be a samurai, on a teak stand painted black. it is signed in a carved marking at the base, but it's incredibly difficult to take a picture of that signature with my iphone, so i've traced the signature or word at the bottom below.
the ivory is in great shape, and it's solid ivory all the way through. the quality of the carving is incredibly smooth, detailed, and fluid. i'm not sure if the signature/marking gives it any value, but i'm quite sure the sheer quantity of ivory is atleast somewhat valuable.
my grandparents were EXTREMELY wealthy, but also children of the depression.
so they while they travelled the entire globe, they were also known to buy/hoard incredibly expensive and valuable items, and also tons of.. well, crap.
i'm desperately trying to pay for graduate school, and hoping to find extra income where i can.
and inherited antiques like this one, sadly, have to go, if they'll help me to afford a MA program.
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Posted Fri, 02/26/2010 - 9:19pm by Wesker
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Bought them both at an estate sale. I was told they are chinese Cachepots and they are gilted. Both are in very good shape.
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Bought them both at an estate sale. I was told they are chinese Cachepots and they are gilted (gold inlayed I think). Both are in very good shape. The lady that owned them was very wealthy and traveled alot and visited lots of different countries. Would like to learn some info on both items and hoping to sell them as well. Have a bunch of other cool items as well I picked up from the sale.
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Posted Thu, 02/18/2010 - 2:31pm by bettybarnett
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Purchased about 12 years ago and was told it is from the late 1800s and is a blanket cabinet
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Large deep antique Chinese blanket cabinet. Two doors on the front and removable center post so that large items can be placed inside. Some cracking but generally in good condition.
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Posted Thu, 02/18/2010 - 2:22pm by bettybarnett
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Tall cabinet has 42 small square drawers with original Chinese labels (presumably for medicinal herbs, etc.). Three larger drawers at a bottom. Top display area with intricately carved border. Dark chocolate brown finish. Some crackling and crack along the side but generally in good shape.
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